Stormwater Fast Track Project (Contract 1)

The City of Scranton is seeking sealed bids for the Stormwater Fast Track Project (Contract 1), a comprehensive infrastructure improvement initiative focused on stormwater conveyance system repairs and upgrades in the Keyser Valley area, specifically targeting Dewey Avenue, Fawnwood Drive, and Ridgeview Drive. The project involves multiple technical components including surface runoff collection, pipe removal and installation, channel capturing, and flow control improvements across approximately 36 line items with varied construction activities. Deliverables include comprehensive stormwater infrastructure rehabilitation, involving pipe installations, inlet and manhole constructions, embankment fill, erosion control, grading, and utility conflict resolution. The procurement will be conducted entirely through the City's e-Procurement Portal, with bids due by 10:00 am on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, and a public bid opening to follow in City Council Chambers with a livestream available on YouTube. A non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting was scheduled for September 10, 2025, and all technical questions must be submitted via the portal's Q&A system before the specified deadline. Prospective bidders must register on the e-Procurement Portal to access bid documents, receive addenda notifications, and submit proposals electronically.

The project is funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) with federal assistance from the US Department of Treasury, and requires strict compliance with various federal regulations including Davis-Bacon Act, Clean Air Act, and Buy USA provisions. Bidders must provide comprehensive documentation including insurance certificates, affirmative action certifications, non-collusion affidavits, and proof of E-Verify Program enrollment. The contract mandates specific bonding requirements, including a 5% bid bond and 100% performance and payment bonds, with liquidated damages set at $500 per day for delays in substantial or final completion. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project requires contractors to demonstrate expertise in municipal infrastructure rehabilitation, with a total contract duration of 180 days for substantial completion and 210 days for final completion. Though the exact award value is not explicitly stated in the documents, the detailed pricing table and comprehensive scope suggest a significant municipal infrastructure investment. Contractors must also comply with equal opportunity and non-discrimination requirements, and the engineering services will be overseen by Greenman-Pedersen, Inc.